ICT Literacy For Secondary School

(Scheme of Work)
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1. COMPUTER LAB MANAGEMENT

Learning Area
1.

Suggested Learning Activities

Computer Lab Regulations

1.1

Computer Lab Rules

1.1.1

List computer lab rules.

Showing and explaining computer lab rules in the

computer lab

1.2

User

1.2.1

Practice computer lab rules.

Reporting on observation of practical lab rules

using worksheets

1.3

Equipment

1.3.1

Handle equipment responsibly.

Explaining procedures for responsible care of

equipment

Discussing and listing appropriate ways of

handling equipment

1.4

2.

Learning Outcomes

Data and User Security

1.4.1

State the importance of data and user

security.

Explaining the importance of password and

usernames

2.1.1

State the Organisation Chart of a

computer lab.

Showing and explaining the Organisation chart

2.1.2

Identify the Computer Lab

Coordinator.

2.1.3

State the responsibilities of a

computer lab coordinator.

2.2.1

Adhere to the timetable.

Using the computer lab according to the allocated

time

Lab Organisation
2.1

2.2

Organisation Chart

Computer Lab Timetable

Learning Area
2.3

3.

Log Book

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

2.3.1

Identify types of log books.

2.3.2

List usage of a log book.

2.3.3

Practise responsible use of

computers.

Showing samples of log books

Computer Log Book
Computer Lab Log Book
(refer Appendix L)

Sign in and sign out log book

Sign in when they use the computer

Ethics in Using Computer

3.1

3.2

Copyright

Unethical Use of Computers

3.1.1

State the ethics of computer usage.

Explaining the ethics of computer usage

3.1.2

Define the meaning of copyright.

Explaining the meaning of copyright

3.1.3

State the effects of copyright

violation.

Discussing in groups the effects of copyright

violation

3.2.1

List out various unethical use of

computers.

Conducting discussion on the misuse of

computers

3.2.2

State the effects of unethical use of

computers.

In pairs, pupils browse the Internet to locate

information on the misuse of computer

2. COMPUTER HARDWARE
Learning Area
1.

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

1.1.1

Introduction to Computers
1.1

Evolution of the Computer

State the generations of computers

together with the respective
processors used.

1.2

Types of Computers

Explaining the evolution of the computer from the

vacuum tube to the fifth generation and showing
the respective processors used
Matching the types of processors used with the
respective generations of computers in a
worksheet to be kept in the portfolio

1.1.2

Explain the generations of

computers together with the
respective processors used.

Gathering information on the evolution of

computers and presenting the information in
groups

1.2.1

Identify the types of computers:

Supercomputer
Mainframe
Mini Computer
Micro Computer
Work Station

Introducing various types of computers using a

PowerPoint presentation.
Labelling a flow chart of the types of computer in a
worksheet to be kept in the portfolio

Define different types of computer.

1.2.2

Gathering information on the types of computer

and presenting the information in groups

Learning Area
2.

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

2.1.1

Identify main components in the

computer system:
Monitor
Keyboard
Speaker
Mouse
System unit
Printer

State the functions of the main

components in the computer system.

Computer Parts & Components

2.1

Overview of the Computer

System

2.1.2

2.1.3

Explain briefly the data processing

cycle of a computer system:
Input
Process
Output
Storage

Showing the main components of the computer

system
Labelling the main components of the computer
system in a worksheet to be kept in the portfolio

Carrying out brainstorming session on the

functions of the main components of the
computer system
Writing down the functions and keeping the sheet
in the portfolio
Drawing and explain the data processing cycle of
the computer system on a paper and to be kept in
the portfolio.
Input Process Output
Storage

Learning Area
2.2

System Unit

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

2.2.1

Identify the components of a system

unit:
Input/Output port (I/O port)

Reset button

CDROM drive

Floppy drive
Hard disk drive

State the functions of the main

components of a system unit.

2.2.2

2.2.3

State the functions of CPU, RAM,

ROM and expansion slots found on
the motherboard.

2.2.4

Inculcate values of responsibility and

cooperation among the pupils.

Introducing the components of a system unit

Labelling the different components of a system
unit in a worksheet to be kept in the portfolio
Showing a system unit to the class

Explaining the functions of the component of a

system unit such as I/O, Reset button, CDROM
drive, floppy drive, hard disk drive
Writing down the functions of the component off
the system unit and keeping it in the portfolio
Showing a motherboard to pupils
Identify, explain and discuss the functions of CPU,
RAM, ROM and expansion slots found on the
motherboard
Writing the functions of the components in the
worksheets provided and keeping them in the
portfolio
Carrying out in pair or group activities

Learning Area
2.3

Peripherals

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

2.3.1

State the definition of peripheral.

Explaining the definition of peripheral

2.3.2

Identify different types of peripherals:

Input devices

Output devices

Storage devices

Showing the different types of peripheral

2.3.3

State examples of different types of

peripherals:

Printers

Scanners

LCD projectors

Digital cameras

External CD drives

External storages

Showing the example of different types of

peripherals such as printers, scanners, LCD
projectors, digital cameras, external CD drives and
external storages

Collecting pictures of peripherals and keeping

them in the portfolio

Show types of peripherals commonly found in the

computer lab

Carry out a brainstorm session on the functions of

each peripheral

Write the functions of each peripheral in

worksheets and keeping them in the portfolio

Explaining the use of peripherals and

demonstrating how to operate them

Doing hands-on activities while teacher facilitates

2.3.4

Explain the functions of each

peripheral.

Learning Area
2.4

2.5

2.6

Input Devices

Output Devices

Storage Devices

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

2.4.1

Facilitating a session where pupils brainstorm on

various input devices

Showing examples of input devices

Identify input devices.

2.4.2

List input devices.

Collecting pictures of input devices, label and keep

in the portfolio

2.4.3

State the respective functions of

input devices.

Facilitating group discussions on the functions of

input devices

2.5.1

Identify output devices.

Brainstorming on various output devices

2.5.2

List output devices.

Showing examples of output devices

Collecting pictures of output devices, labelling and

keep in the portfolio

2.5.3

State the respective functions of

output devices.

Facilitating group discussions on the functions of

output devices

2.6.1

Identify storage devices.

Brainstorming on the various storage devices

2.6.2

List storage devices.

Collecting pictures of storage devices, labelling

and keeping in the portfolio

2.6.3

State the functions of storage

devices.

Facilitating group discussions on the functions of

storage devices

Learning Area

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

2.6.4

Explaining the differences between primary and

secondary storage devices

Categorizing the two storage devices

State the units for data measurement:

Bit

Byte

Kilobyte

Megabyte

Gigabyte

Explaining the units used for data measurement

Completing a conversion table for units of data

2.6.6

Inculcate values of responsibility,

accountability and cooperation.

Carry out in pair or group activities

3.1.1

Set up the input and output devices

correctly.

Setup the input and output devices:

o Monitor
o Keyboard
o Mouse
o Speaker

3.1.2

Inculcate values of responsibility in

handling hardware.

2.6.5

3.

Identify differences between primary

and secondary storage devices.

Basic Maintenance
3.1

Handling Input and Output

Devices

Learning Area
3.2

Computer Settings

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

3.2.1

Customize settings for:

Display

Mouse

Sound

Demonstrating how to customize settings for

display, mouse and sound

Carry out hands-on activities

Customize settings for:

Date and time

Regional and language options

Demonstrating how to customize settings for date

and time, language and regional options

Carry out hands-on activities according to

instructions

Gathering information/carrying out research on the

current or latest development of hardware
technology
Write report of the document
Present the report
Present the information
Produce a hardware portfolio
(A compilation of pupils work throughout the
learning area on hardware)
Visit a computer exhibition/fair
Visit a computer shop

3.2.2

4.

Technology Development
4.1

Current Development of
Hardware Technology

4.1.1

Gather information on the current or

latest development of hardware
technology.

3. COMPUTER SOFTWARE
Learning Area
1.

2.

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

Introduction to Computer
Software
1.1 Definition

1.1.1

State the definition of software.

Explaining the definition of software

1.2

Usage

1.2.1

State the usage of software.

Facilitating pupils discussion on the use of

software

1.3

Types of Software

1.3.1

List different types of software:

Operating Systems

Utility Programmes

Application Software

Discussing types of software

Showing examples for different types of software

2.1.1

Define the operating system.

2.1.2

State the functions of operating

system.

Discussing types and functions of operating

system

Showing the difference between DOS and

Windows display

Starting and shutting down the computer

Exploring the Windows environment

Operating System (OS)

2.1

Introduction to Operating
System (OS)

2.2

OS Interface Environment

2.2.1

State the characteristics of OS

environment based Graphical User
Interface (GUI).

2.3

File Management

2.3.1

Manage folders and subfolders:

Create folders

Rename folders

Move files

Creating folders and subfolders

Renaming files and folders
Moving files and folders
Copying files and folders
Deleting files and folders

Learning Area
3.

Suggested Learning Activities

Utility Software
3.1

3.2

4.

Learning Outcomes

OS Based Utility

Non-OS based Utility

3.1.1

Run scan disk on the computer.

3.1.2

Defrag the hard disk.

3.2.1

Scan the computer for viruses.

Running scan disk and defragging the hard disk

Scanning for viruses

Updating virus definitions

(used an existing antivirus suplied to the school or
downloded freeware antivirus)

3.2.2

Compress and decompress files.

Compressing and decompressing files

4.1.1

Identify types of application software:

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Presentation

Database

Programming

Discussing types of application software

Show examples of application software

4.2.1

Install a software.

4.2.2

Uninstall or remove a software.

Demonstrating installation and removing an

application software

Installing a simple application software

Uninstalling or removing an application software

Application Software
4.1

4.2

Introduction to Application
Software

Installing and Uninstalling

Application Software

Learning Area
5.

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

Word Processing Software

5.1

5.2

Introduction to Word
Processing Software

Starting Word Processing

Software

5.1.1

State the usage of word processing.

Show various types of word processing software

Discussing the usage of word processing

Showing documents which have been produced by

word processing software, such as letters, essays
and minutes of meetings

5.2.1

Start a word processing software.

5.2.2

State the steps of starting a word

processing software.

Demonstrating how to start word processing

software and explaining the user interface

Starting word processing software and exploring

the user interface

5.2.3

State and identify features in a word

processing software and demonstrate
understanding of user interface.

5.2.4

State the main toolbars in word

processing software:

Standard bar

Formatting bar

Drawing bar

Discussing the toolbars in MS Word

5.2.5

List icons in the Standard, Formatting

and Drawing Toolbars.

Labelling each icon on the handouts given

5.2.6

State the functions of icons in the

Standard, Formatting and Drawing
Toolbars

Explaining the function of icons in Standard,

Formatting and Drawing Toolbars

Learning Area
5.3

5.4

Creating Document

Editing Document

Learning Outcomes
5.3.1

Create a new document by using

word processing software.

5.3.2

Set Page Setup.

5.3.3

Key in data into the new document.

5.3.4

Save the new document with a new

file name.

5.3.5

Exit file.

5.4.1

Identify file and its location.

5.4.2

Open the file.

5.4.3

Identify and use editing tools to edit

document.

5.4.4

Create a document with table and

column.

Suggested Learning Activities

Carrying out hands-on activities on following skills:

o Setting Page Setup
o Keying in data
o Saving document
o Closing document

Carrying out hands-on activities on following

skills:
oOpening existing document
oCutting and pasting text
oCopying and pasting
oChanging font - size/ type/ style
o Aligning text
o Change case
oTyping correction - delete/ insert/ backspace
oAllocating line spacing
o Setting column
oUsing Drop Cap
oInserting header and footer
oInserting page number
o Inserting graphics
o Indenting

Learning Area

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

5.4.5

Print document.

o Printing document
o Inserting table
o Inserting bullet and numbering
o Using the tab key
o Assigning borders

5.4.6

Create a document using Drawing

Tools.

o Inserting WordArt
oInserting Clip Art
oAdding in colour
o Using AutoShapes
oUsing Text Box
o Using 3-D Style

5.4.7

Show creativity by creating a

document.

Creating documents such as:

o School bulletin
o Newsletter
o Brochure
o Pamphlet
o Programme book

5.4.8

Work cooperatively in groups.

5.4.9

Abide by the rules and instructions.

Printing out the documents and keeping them in

their portfolio

Learning Area
5.5

Mail Merge

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

5.5.1

State the usage of mail merge.

Explaining the use of mail merge

5.5.2

Create a mail merge document.

Using mail merge to create certificates, letters or

forms

5.5.3

Print the document.

Printing out the mail merge document and putting it

in their portfolio

Refer to:
oPPK Self Access Learning Module
Information and Communication Technology
Literacy for Secondary School Word
Processing Module
or
oMicrosoft Unlimited Potential
A Community Learning Curriculum Word
Processing Fundamentals
6.

Spreadsheet Software
6.1

6.2

Introduction to Spreadsheet
Software

Starting Spreadsheet
Software

6.1.1

State the usage of spreadsheet.

Showing various type of spreadsheet software

Showing spreadsheet features

Explaining the basic elements of a worksheet:

o Cell
o Colum
o Row

6.2.1

Start spreadsheet software.

6.2.2

State the steps of starting a

spreadsheet software.

Demonstrating how to start a spreadsheet software

and explaining the user interface

Starting spreadsheet software and exploring the

user interface

6.2.3

State and identify features in

spreadsheet application and
demonstrate understanding of user
interface.

Learning Area

6.3

Creating Worksheet

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

6.2.4

State the main toolbars in

spreadsheet software:

Standard bar

Formatting bar

Formula bar

Chart bar

Discussing the toolbars in MS Excel

6.2.4

List icons in Standard, Formatting,

Formula and Chart Toolbars.

Labelling each icon in the handouts given

6.2.5

State the functions of icons in the

Standard, Formatting, Formula and
Chart Toolbars.

Explaining the functions of the icons in the

Standard, Formatting, Formula and Chart Toolbars

6.3.1

Create a new worksheet by using

spreadsheet software.

6.3.2

Set Page Setup.

6.3.3

Key in data into worksheet.

6.3.4

Save worksheet.

6.3.5

Print worksheet.

6.3.6

Close workbook and exit

Spreadsheet software.

Carrying out hands-on activities on following skills:

o Creating a new worksheet
o Setting page setup
o Entering data
o Saving worksheet
o Closing workbook
o Opening existing worksheet
o Cutting and Pasting data
o Adjusting rows and Columns
o Inserting rows and columns
o Printing worksheet

Normal printing

Area printing

Learning Area

Learning Outcomes
6.3.7

6.4

Editing worksheet

Use formulae in worksheet:

Sum
Average
Grading (Lookup,VLookup)
Percentage
Ranking

6.3.8

Insert a chart in worksheet.

6.4.1

Identify a file and its location.

6.4.2

Open the file.

6.4.3

Identify and use editing tools to edit

worksheet.

Suggested Learning Activities

o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o

Entering data
Using formulae: sum, average, grading
(Lookup, VLookup), percentage, ranking
Using currency format
Inserting table
Creating charts
Changing chart types and properties
Deleting charts
Previewing charts
Printing charts
Saving charts

o
o
o
o
o
o
o

Opening existing file

Creating multiple worksheets
Moving or copying sheet
Renaming/deleting worksheet
Changing the font size/ type/ style
Aligning text
Formatting cell

o
o

Refer to:
o

PPK Self Access Learning Module

Information and Communication
Technology Literacy for Secondary School
Spreadsheet Module

or
o Microsoft Unlimited Potential
A Community Learning Curriculum
Spreadsheet Fundamentals

Learning Area
7.

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

Presentation Software
7.1

Concept of Multimedia

7.1.1

State the concept of Multimedia.

Explaining the concept of multimedia

7.2

Steps in Multimedia
Development

7.2.1

State the steps in multimedia

development:

Analysis

Design (Storyboard)

Implementation

Testing

Evaluation

Publishing

Explaining the steps in multimedia development

7.3

Introduction to Presentation
Software

7.3.1

State the usage of presentation

software.

Explaining the usage of presentation software and

showing samples of presentations

7.4

Starting Presentation
Software

7.4.1

Start presentation software.

7.4.2

State the steps of starting

presentation software.

Demonstrating how to start a presentation software

and explaining the user interface

Starting presentation software and exploring the

user interface

Discussing the toolbars in MS PowerPoint

7.4.3

State and identify features in the

presentation software and
demonstrate understanding of user
interface.

7.4.4

State the main toolbars in the

presentation software:

Standard bar

Formatting bar

Drawing bar

Task Pane bar

Slide design

Slide layout

Learning Area

7.5

7.6

Creating Presentation

Editing Presentation

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

7.4.5

List icons in the Standard,

Formatting, Drawing and Task Pane
toolbars.

Labelling each icon in the handouts given

7.4.6

State the function of icons in the

Standard, Formatting, Drawing and
Task Pane toolbars.

Explaining the functions of the icons in the

Standard, Formatting, Drawing and Task Pane
toolbars

7.5.1

Create a blank slide presentation

using slide layout:

Enter text

Insert picture

7.5.2

Save the presentation.

7.5.3

Close and exit the presentation.

7.5.4

Open existing presentation.

7.5.5

Run the slide show.

Carrying out hands-on activities:

o Entering text
o Inserting picture
o Saving presentation
o Closing presentation
o Opening existing presentation
o Running slide show
o Printing presentation:

Slides

Handouts

7.5.6

Print the presentation.

7.6.1

Create presentation using blank

layout:

Insert Text Box

Insert WordArt

Insert pictures

Insert movie and sound

7.6.2

Modify text.

7.6.3

Apply colour background.

Carrying out hands-on activities:

o Creating slide presentation
o Inserting Text Box
o Inserting WordArt
o Inserting picture
o Inserting movie and sound
o Modifying text
o Applying colour background
o Inserting new slide

Learning Area

Learning Outcomes
7.6.4

Insert new slides using effects below:

Custom animation

Slide transitions

7.6.5

Apply slides design.

7.6.6

Create hyperlink.

7.6.7

Create multimedia presentation

including text, pictures, movie, sound,
animation, transition and hyperlink.

7.6.8

Demonstrate cooperation and

accountability.

Suggested Learning Activities

o
o
o

Adding effect
Applying slide design
Using hyperlink:

Action button

Hyperlink text

Producing and presenting a simple multimedia

presentation

Refer to:
oPPK Self access Learning Module
Information and Communication Technology
Literacy for Secondary School PowerPoint
Presentation Module
or
oMicrosoft Unlimited Potential
A Community Learning Curriculum
Presentation Fundamentals

Learning Area
8.

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

Database Software
8.1

Introduction to Database
Software

8.1.1

State the usage of database

software.

Showing examples of database software

Explaining the usage of database software
Examples of database application:
o EMIS
oSistem Maklumat Murid (SMM)

8.2

Starting Database Software

8.2.1

Start a database software.

8.2.2

State the steps of starting database

software.

Demonstrating how to start a database software

and exploring the user interface

8.2.3

State and identify features in

database software and demonstrate
understanding of user interface.

8.2.4

State the main toolbars in database

software:

Database bar

Database Window bar

Object bar

Discussing the toolbars in MS PowerPoint

Labelling each icon in the handouts given

8.2.5

List icons in the database bar,

database window bar and object bar.

Explaining the usage of icons in database bar,

database window bar and object bar

8.2.6

State the functions of icons in

database bar, database window bar
and object bar.

Learning Area
8.3

8.4

8.5

Creating Database

Editing Database

Getting External Data

Learning Outcomes
8.3.1

Save database file.

8.3.2

Create table by using wizard.

8.3.3

Differentiate field, record and table.

8.3.4

Define primary key.

8.3.5

Insert data in the table.

8.3.6

Save table.

8.3.7

Find record from table.

8.3.8

Create form by using wizard:

Add records

Edit records

8.3.9

Create query by using wizard.

8.3.10

Create report by using wizard.

8.4.1

Modify table:

Add field

8.4.2

Modify form.

8.5.1

Import data from other file type.

Suggested Learning Activities

Carrying out hands-on activities

o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o

Naming database
Saving database
Closing database
Opening existing database
Inserting data
Adding and editing records
Finding records
Printing reports

Refer to:
oPPK Self Access Learning Module
Information and Communication
Technology Literacy for Secondary School
Microsoft Access Module
or
oMicrosoft Unlimited Potential
A Community Learning Curriculum
Database Fundamentals

Learning Area
9.

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

Programming
9.1

Introduction to Programming

9.1.1

Define programme and programming

language.

9.2

Steps in Programming
development

9.2.1

9.3.

Developing a simple
Programme

9.3.1.

State the main steps in programme

development:

Problem analysis

Programme design

Coding

Testing and debugging

Documentation
State the features of the programming
tools.

Discussing briefly the definition of programme and

programming language:
o BASIC
o COBOL
o PASCAL
o C
The development of BASIC programming
language:
o Basic
o Visual Basic
o Visual Basic.Net

Showing the different programming tools (interface)

of BASIC

Explain the steps in programming development

using programme development Life Cycle

Explaining the feature of Programme Software

(Visual Basic Express or Just Basic)
http://msdn.microsoft.com/vstudio/express/vb/dow
nload/

Familiarizing with Visual Basic Express Interface

Creating objects in a form using toolbox

Changing the objects properties in properties

window

Learning Area

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

9.3.2.

Identify the visual development

environment of programming tool:

Toolbar

Toolbox

Explaining variables in programming that coverers:

o Data type
o Declaration of variable
o Assign value of variable

9.3.3.

Create object using toolbox:

Label

Button

Textbox

Picture box

Developing biodata programme consist of:

o Login Form
o Biodata form

9.3.4.

Declare Variables:

String

Integer

Double

Developing personal account programme

9.3.5.

Write code for simple programme.

Project:
Developing a simple programme for student daily needs
based on the basic elements learnt.
Refer to:
oPPK Self Access Learning Module
Information and Communication Technology
Literacy for Secondary School
Programming Module

4. NETWORKS AND THE INTERNET

Learning Area
1.

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

Networks
1.1

1.2

1.3

Introduction to Networks

Types of Networks

Networks Topology

1.1.1

Define networks.

1.1.2

List benefits of computer networks.

Finding the definition of Network from books,

magazines, newspapers and other appropriate
sources

Discussing the benefits of computer networks:

o sharing devices
o sharing data and information
o sharing Internet access

1.1.3

Identify the devices needed in a

computer Networks.

Showing actual examples of Network in the

computer lab

1.2.1

List types of computer networks:

Local Area Network (LAN)

Wide Area Networks (WAN)

Metropolitan Area Networks

(MAN)

Listing various types of networks:

o LAN
o WAN
o MAN

1.2.2

Differentiate types of computer

Networks.

Identifying the differences between types of

computer Networks:
o coverage area
onetworking implementation in Organisations

1.3.1

State types of network topology:

Star Network

Ring Network

Bus Network

Showing and explaining types of network topology

Sketching the types of network topology

Learning Area
1.4

2.

Share Documents

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

1.4.1

Share documents with other users

through Local Area Networks (LAN).

Creating shared folders

1.4.2

Receive and transfer documents

through LAN.

Receiving and transferring documents

1.5

Share Hardware

1.5.1

Share printer in LAN.

Printing documents using shared printer

1.6

Current Technology in
Computer Networks

1.6.1

Explain current technology in

computer networks.

Discussing current/ latest technology in computer

networks:
o WiFi
o Bluetooth

Collecting and gathering all related information on

current technology in networking to be kept in the
portfolio

Locating the meaning of Internet from books,

magazines and other appropriate sources

The Internet
2.1

2.2

Introduction to the Internet

Internet Requirements

2.1.1

Define the Internet.

2.1.2

Discuss advantages and

disadvantages of the Internet.

2.2.1

List requirements needed to access

the Internet.

Showing and explaining basic requirements to

access the Internet:
oModem (internal and external)
o Access account
oNetwork Interface Card (NIC)
oWireless network interface card
o Hub/ Switch
o Router
oWireless access point

Discussing advantages and disadvantages of the

Internet

Learning Area
2.3

Internet Applications

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

2.3.1

Define the World Wide Web (WWW).

Explaining the meaning of World Wide Web

(WWW)

2.3.2

State available web browsers.

Introducing web browsers:

o Internet Explorer
o Netscape Navigator
o Opera
o Safari
o Godzilla

2.3.3

List commonly used search engines.

Listing examples of search engines:

o Yahoo
o Google
o AltaVista
o Hot Bot

2.3.4

State the function of a search engine.

Discussing the function of a search engine

2.3.5

Search for information using a search

engine.

Demonstrating how to search for information from

the Internet use information and communication
skill

Using Google to search for relevant information

Demonstrating to download files from the Internet

Downloading files from the Internet:

o Images
o Videos
o Audio

2.3.6

Download files from the Internet.

Learning Area

Learning Outcomes
2.3.7

2.3.8

2.4

Netiquette

2.4.1

Suggested Learning Activities

Exercising responsibility when

downloading information from the
Internet.

Demonstrating security while surfing the Internet

Demonstrating security tools setting found in web

browser

Exercising accountability for

information searched.

Knowledge all sources found true the internet.

Demonstrating security setting in surfing the

internet

Explain the meaning of Netiquette.

Locating the meaning of netiquette from books,

magazines and other appropriate sources

Netiquette relates to online communication, not

surfing

2.4.2

List out the Dos and Donts while

communicating online.

List Dos and Donts while communicating with

others online (surfing the Internet)

2.4.3

Adhere to netiquette in various forms

of online communications.

Listing netiquette items:

o Use a pleasant tone in writing
o Ensure that messages are clear and concise
o Avoid spamming
o Avoid Faming
o Use emoticons wisely
o Exercise judgement before sending messages

Learning Area
2.5

Internet Communications

Learning Outcomes

Suggested Learning Activities

2.5.1

State various forms of communication

on the Internet.

Introducing pupils to several forms of Internet

communications:
o E-mailing
o Chatting
oConferencing (audio and video)
o Net Meeting
o Newsgroup
o Forum

2.5.2

List peripherals used for

communications.

Listing peripherals used for communications:

o Web camera
o Microphone
o Earphone

2.5.3

Communicate using e-mail.

2.5.4

Practise honesty in online

communications.

2.5.5

Observe safety precautions when

retrieving mail.

Demonstrating how to:

o Register an e-mail account
o send messages
o attach files to messages
o receive/retrieve messages
o download attached files
o delete/save messages

2.5.6

Communicate using Internet Relay

Chat (IRC).

Introducing pupils to Internet Relay Chat:

o MIRC
o MS-Chat
o ICQ
o Messenger tool

2.5.7

Observe safety precautions when

communicating online.

Chatting using Messenger:

o communicating between two or more users
o observing safety precautions
o observing Netiquette

Learning Area
2.6

Cyber Law

Learning Outcomes
2.6.1

Describe the need for cyber law.

Suggested Learning Activities

Facilitating discussion on reasons for the need of

cyber law

Writing a short essay on the need for cyber law

3. The Website
3.1

Introduction to Website

3.1.1
3.1.2

Define website.
List web design software.

Introducing several web design software:

o Microsoft FrontPage
o Macromedia Dreamweaver
o Claris
o Microsoft Word

3.2

Developing a Website

3.2.1

Create a website.

Creating a website using website design tools:

o Inserting text
o Inserting images
o Inserting hyperlinks

Working in groups to create a website for:

o School
o Club
o Society

3.2.2

Register with a web server.

Choosing a web server to place the website

3.2.3

Upload web pages.

Uploading web pages to the free web hosting:

o Yahoo
o Time.net

Refer to:
o

PPK Self Access Learning Module

Information and Communication
Technology Literacy for Secondary School
Creating Website Module